Dentist at Lake Dental Clinic

Quick Overview

Candidates are expected to be detail-oriented, thorough, and experienced dentists. As the dentist for our Kisumu, Mega Plaza-based facility, you will be responsible for the oral health of our patients. You will perform procedures to diagnose and treat cavities, cracked or fractured teeth, and oral diseases. You will also administer medications and anesthetics for tooth extractions, root canals, and other surgical procedures.

Dentist Duties and Responsibilities

• Educate patients on good oral hygiene habits
• Prescribe antibiotics and pain-relieving medications
• Provide patient care for cracked or fractured teeth
• Perform procedures to treat decay and cavities
• Prepare and place fillings
• Examine patients for dental and jaw diagnoses
• Create models for dental appliances
• Perform general dentistry
• Interpret x-rays and diagnostic tests
• Sedate patients and administer anesthetics
• Perform tooth extractions and root canals
• Diagnose and treat oral diseases
• Create detailed treatment plans for patients
• Perform surgical procedures on teeth, bone, and soft tissues
• Educate patients on aftercare and answer questions

Requirements and Qualifications

• B.D.S. from an accredited institution in Kenya
• Licensed to practice in the country
• Good interpersonal skills and communication
• Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Compassionate and caring of patients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work in an intense, concentrated environment
• Calm and cool-headed with a positive attitude
• Complies with all office, local, state, and Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council regulations, protocols, and procedures